The construction and maintenance of earth roads by Richard Roswell Lyman
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| Author | Lyman, Richard Roswell, 1870-1963 |
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| Title | The construction and maintenance of earth roads |
| Original Publication | United States: State School of Mines, University of Utah,1910. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Summary | "The Construction and Maintenance of Earth Roads" by Richard Roswell Lyman is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This book addresses vital issues related to road construction, particularly focusing on the importance of earth roads as foundational components in the development of a comprehensive road system. It emphasizes practical approaches for effective maintenance, reflecting the author’s commitment to improving infrastructure in the state of Utah, where the text is situated. In this publication, Lyman elaborates on the necessity of establishing and maintaining earth roads as an essential first step toward better road systems. He discusses the challenges posed by weather, particularly rainfall, and the importance of drainage systems to preserve road integrity. The book outlines techniques for constructing well-designed roads, such as maintaining a proper crown and ensuring effective drainage to minimize deterioration. Lyman introduces various tools like the split-log drag for road maintenance, urging local communities to appreciate and invest in earth roads, which can serve as reliable pathways during different seasons. This work serves as a valuable guide for civil engineers and local authorities in their efforts to enhance road quality and accessibility in rural areas. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TA: Technology: Engineering and Civil engineering |
| Subject | Roads |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 69016 |
| Release Date | Sep 20, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 69 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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